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His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Seventeen
The First StrikeA New War BeginsClaire sat in Adrian’s penthouse, her fingers tightening around the edge of her phone.Even Blackwood can’t protect you forever.The message replayed in her mind over and over, a warning, a promise, a threat.She knew Ava was behind this.But she also knew Ava wasn’t working alone.Adrian took the phone from her hand, his sharp gaze scanning the message again. His jaw ticked, his fingers flexing around the device as if he were restraining himself from throwing it across the room.“They’re moving faster than I expected,” he muttered, his voice dangerously calm.Claire inhaled deeply, centering herself. “That means they’re desperate.”Adrian tilted his head, studying her. “Are you afraid?”Claire met his gaze, unwavering.“No,” she said smoothly. “But they should be.”Adrian’s lips curved slightly, approvingly.“Good,” he murmured. “Because the only way to win is to strike first.”Claire leaned forward, her voice low. “Then let’s make them regret ever c
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-25His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Eighteen
The Enemy’s Next MoveAva and Damon Plot Their RevengeAva sat across from Damon Calloway in a dimly lit, exclusive lounge in Manhattan. The smell of expensive cigars and aged whiskey lingered in the air, wrapping around them like a whispered promise of corruption.She was still fuming.Adrian had turned the tables too quickly. She had thought the press would devour Claire alive, but instead, Adrian had made her untouchable.Ava hated losing.And she refused to let Claire win.Damon, ever the picture of arrogance, swirled his drink lazily, smirking as he watched her. “You look like you’re about to explode, sweetheart.”Ava’s nails dug into her palm. “You promised me we’d ruin her.”Damon leaned back, stretching his arms across the back of the plush leather booth. “Relax, princess. We’re just getting started.”Ava’s jaw ticked. “Adrian killed our first play. If the media won’t turn on her, we need something bigger.”Damon arched a brow, his smirk deepening. “And what exactly are you su
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-25His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Nineteen
Shattered IllusionsThe First DoubtClaire sat in Adrian’s office, the world outside moving at its usual chaotic pace, but inside, everything felt… off.The article exposing Adrian’s supposed criminal empire was still circulating, gaining traction in the media, twisting truths and manipulating facts into a dangerous narrative.Adrian had handled it with his usual cold precision, but Claire knew—Ava and Damon weren’t finished.And she was right.Because the next blow came before she even had time to catch her breath.Her phone buzzed on the desk. A new anonymous message.She stared at the screen."Maybe you should ask Adrian what happened the night before your arrest. You might not like the answer."Claire’s breath hitched.A chill ran down her spine.She read it again.And again.Her fingers tightened around the phone.No.This was just another trick.Another mind game.But still, the words lingered.The night before her arrest.The night everything fell apart.What the hell did Adria
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Truths and LiesThe Weight of DoubtClaire sat at the edge of Adrian’s bed, staring at the city skyline through the vast penthouse windows. The night was silent, yet her mind roared with unanswered questions.Adrian had been there the night before her arrest.The man who had stood by her side, who had protected her, fought for her, had been involved in the worst night of her life.And he hadn’t told her.She exhaled slowly, running her fingers over the smooth fabric of her dress.Ava and Damon had played her.And the worst part?It was working.Behind her, she heard Adrian step into the room. His presence commanded attention, even without a word.She didn’t turn.Couldn’t.Not yet.She felt the mattress dip slightly as he sat beside her, close enough that she could feel his warmth, but not close enough to touch.For a long moment, neither of them spoke.Then—his voice, low and steady.“You want the truth?”Claire exhaled. “I don’t know.”Adrian was silent for a beat. “Then let me deci
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-27His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Twenty One
Shattered IllusionsThe First DoubtClaire sat in Adrian’s office, the world outside moving at its usual chaotic pace, but inside, everything felt… off.The article exposing Adrian’s supposed criminal empire was still circulating, gaining traction in the media, twisting truths and manipulating facts into a dangerous narrative.Adrian had handled it with his usual cold precision, but Claire knew—Ava and Damon weren’t finished.And she was right.Because the next blow came before she even had time to catch her breath.Her phone buzzed on the desk. A new anonymous message.She stared at the screen."Maybe you should ask Adrian what happened the night before your arrest. You might not like the answer."Claire’s breath hitched.A chill ran down her spine.She read it again.And again.Her fingers tightened around the phone.No.This was just another trick.Another mind game.But still, the words lingered.The night before her arrest.The night everything fell apart.What the hell did Adria
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-01His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Twenty Two
Bound by FireThe Aftermath of a KissClaire’s lips still tingled from the force of Adrian’s kiss. It hadn’t been soft or sweet—it had been raw, possessive, a declaration.She should have pulled away.Should have told him that she wasn’t ready to trust him again.But instead?She had let him consume her.Now, as the car weaved through the streets of Manhattan, the silence stretched between them, thick with unspoken truths and dangerous promises.Adrian’s hand rested on his knee, fingers flexing slightly as if he was still holding back something more.Finally, Claire exhaled, tilting her head toward him. “That was reckless.”Adrian smirked slightly, his gaze never leaving the road ahead. “You didn’t seem to mind.”Claire rolled her eyes, crossing her arms. “That’s not the point.”Adrian finally turned to her, his dark gaze locking onto hers. “Then what is?”She hesitated.Because she didn’t have an answer.All she knew was that everything was happening too fast, too intensely.She had
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-03His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Twenty Three
When the Past Comes KnockingA Ticking Time BombClaire sat in the middle of Adrian’s penthouse, her fingers tangling in the fabric of her dress as she tried to process what had just happened.Adrian had known her before her arrest.He had seen her. Wanted her.Before the betrayal. Before the prison bars. Before she had become the woman she was now.The knowledge unsettled her.Because it changed everything.Adrian had made it seem like their alliance was about power and revenge—but if his true motivation had been her all along?Then this wasn’t just a war.It was personal.And that?That was dangerous.A sharp knock at the penthouse door startled her.She turned, expecting Adrian to answer it.But before he could move—the door swung open.And standing there, his expression hard, unreadable, was Liam Carter.Liam’s ConfrontationClaire’s breath hitched.She hadn’t seen Liam in weeks.Not since he had walked out on Ava.Not since he had realized the truth about the woman he had chosen.
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-07His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Twenty Four
Searching for the TruthThe City Feels Different NowClaire walked through the streets of Manhattan, her mind clouded with betrayal, confusion, and doubt.She had spent years thinking she knew exactly who had destroyed her life—Ava and Damon.But now?Now, her own father’s words haunted her."Never trust Adrian Blackwood."Her fingers tightened around the letter Liam had given her, the paper now creased from how many times she had gripped it too tightly.Adrian had said he didn’t betray her.But he hadn’t denied knowing more than he let on.And Claire had spent too long in the dark.She needed to find the truth for herself.Even if it shattered her.Adrian's Loss of ControlBack at Blackwood Tower, Adrian stood at the edge of his penthouse, his hands gripping the balcony railing so tightly his knuckles turned white.Claire was gone.She had walked away.And for the first time in his life, he felt something dangerous, uncontainable.He had always been in control.Always ten steps ahead
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His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 103
Confronting the PastClaire’s fingers tightened around her phone as Liam’s words echoed in her mind."Because I know your secret."Her pulse pounded in her ears. She had spent years burying the pain, locking it away in the darkest corners of her soul. And now Liam—of all people—wanted to use it as a weapon against her?A cold fury ignited in her chest.She wanted to destroy him.But she had to be careful. Adrian was already watching her, his sharp, calculating gaze missing nothing. If she made one wrong move, he would know something was wrong.She lowered the phone from her ear and inhaled slowly, composing herself.Adrian was still leaning against his desk, arms crossed, his expression unreadable. But the tension in his body was unmistakable."Who was that?" he asked, his voice quiet but edged with steel.Claire forced her features into a mask of indifference. "No one important."His eyes darkened, his jaw tightening. He didn’t believe her."You’re lying," Adrian said flatly.She met
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 102
First StrikeThe night was quiet, but Claire couldn't shake the feeling that something was coming.She stood by the window of Adrian’s penthouse, gazing down at the glittering city lights below. Everything was going according to plan—Liam’s company was under investigation, Ava had been exposed, and the Carter family name was being dragged through the mud.So why did she feel so unsettled?"Can’t sleep?"Claire turned to find Adrian leaning against the doorway, watching her with that unreadable gaze he always had when he was analyzing her. He had undone the top two buttons of his dress shirt, the sleeves rolled up, revealing the toned muscles of his forearms.Something about the way he looked at her—intense, knowing, possessive—made her pulse stutter."I have too much on my mind," she admitted.Adrian stepped closer, stopping just behind her. She could feel the warmth of his body, the heat of his presence pressing against her skin."Are you worried about Liam?"Claire clenched her jaw.
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 101
No Turning BackThe headlines spread like wildfire. Every major news outlet had picked up the scandal—Ava’s embezzlement, Liam’s crumbling empire, and the sudden shift of power in the business world.Claire scrolled through the articles, her heart pounding, her hands steady. She had been waiting for this moment.Liam Carter Faces Internal Revolt as Carter Enterprises Board Questions LeadershipAva Carter Accused of Embezzling Millions – Betrayal in the Carter Family?She set her phone down and exhaled."How does it feel?" Adrian’s voice came from behind her.She turned. He stood near the fireplace, arms crossed, watching her with sharp, unreadable eyes.Claire thought for a moment before responding."It feels... like justice."Adrian smirked, but there was something else in his expression—something she couldn’t quite decipher."Good," he murmured. "Because this is only the beginning."Claire’s stomach tightened. "There’s more?"Adrian stepped closer, his movements slow, deliberate. "L
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 100
The War BeginsThe morning headlines were merciless.CARTER ENTERPRISES UNDER FINANCIAL SCRUTINY: SECRET DEALS UNCOVEREDBLACKWOOD INDUSTRIES STRIKES BACK – POWER STRUGGLE INTENSIFIESClaire scrolled through the articles, her fingers tightening around her phone. The plan was already in motion. The moment Adrian’s team had leaked Liam’s fraudulent business dealings to the press, everything had erupted.Liam wasn’t just under investigation—his company was crumbling.Adrian stood at the kitchen counter, sipping his black coffee, eyes fixed on the tablet in front of him. He looked every bit the ruthless billionaire at war. Dressed in a tailored black suit, his presence radiated power and control.Claire set down her phone. "How long until the board turns against him?"Adrian glanced at her, the corner of his mouth curving slightly. "Less than a week."Claire exhaled. It wasn’t fast enough. Liam had destroyed her life in a matter of hours. Three years stolen. Three years of pain.He deserv
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Ninety Nine
The Battle BeginsClaire stood at the floor-to-ceiling windows of Adrian’s penthouse, the city stretching before her like a battlefield. The headlines were everywhere, flashing across news stations, social media, and financial forums.ADRIAN BLACKWOOD UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR CORPORATE ESPIONAGEHer heart pounded as she turned away from the view. She had spent years planning her revenge, fighting for her freedom, but she hadn't anticipated that Liam would strike back this hard.Behind her, Adrian stood near the bar, pouring himself a glass of whiskey. His face was unreadable, but Claire had come to understand his silences. The tension in his shoulders, the way his fingers tightened around the glass—he was furious."We need a plan," Claire said, crossing her arms. "Liam isn’t going to stop unless we destroy him first."Adrian took a slow sip before setting the glass down. "Destroying Liam is the easy part," he murmured. "The problem is the government investigation. If we don’t handle i
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Ninety Eight
Liam’s DesperationLiam Carter had spent years crafting a perfect image—the golden boy of high society, the heir to a flourishing empire, the man everyone respected. But now, his world was crumbling.Sitting in his office, he stared at the headlines flashing across his laptop screen. His blood boiled.EXCLUSIVE: AVA DONOVAN’S SECRET DEALINGS EXPOSED – FRAUD, BLACKMAIL, AND MOREThe article had gone viral within hours. Business partners were backing out, investors were demanding explanations, and the public was turning against them.And he knew exactly who was responsible.Claire.Adrian.The two of them had done this together.Liam clenched his fists, his vision darkening. He had underestimated Claire, believing she was the same naïve woman he’d discarded years ago. But she had returned with vengeance, standing at Adrian Blackwood’s side like she belonged there.A knock on his office door made him snap out of his rage."Come in," he barked.The door opened, and Ava stepped inside, her
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Ninety Seven
The Battle BeginsClaire had played her opening move, but this was far from over.The charity gala had set the stage for a war, and she knew Liam and Ava wouldn’t back down without a fight. If anything, she had just provoked them into retaliation.As she and Adrian walked out of the grand ballroom, the weight of what had just transpired settled over her. The media would be running headlines about her public defiance against Ava’s manipulation. The public opinion was shifting, and Claire was finally getting control over her own narrative.But there was still one problem.Liam and Ava wouldn’t sit back and watch her win.A Dangerous PropositionBack at Adrian’s penthouse, Claire paced near the windows, staring at the city skyline. Adrian leaned against the bar, pouring himself a glass of whiskey."You’re overthinking again," he noted, taking a slow sip.Claire shot him a glare. "And you’re too calm."Adrian smirked. "That’s because I don’t fear people like Liam and Ava. They’re predicta
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Ninety Six
Turning the TablesClaire had spent years being painted as the villain, the traitor, the weak and foolish girl who had been used, discarded, and forgotten.But not this time.This time, she wasn’t going to let Ava or Liam control the narrative.As she stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows of Adrian’s penthouse, overlooking the glittering city below, a fire burned inside her. It wasn’t just about revenge anymore. It was about reclaiming who she was.Behind her, Adrian lounged on the sleek black leather couch, watching her with a calculated expression."You’re thinking too much," he murmured, his voice laced with amusement.Claire turned to face him, arms crossed. "I’m thinking about our next move."Adrian smirked, swirling the whiskey in his glass. "Good. Because I have an idea."Claire narrowed her eyes. "Tell me."Adrian leaned forward, setting his drink aside. "Ava just made herself the martyr. The concerned ‘sister’ looking out for you, subtly making it seem like you’re be
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Ninety Five
A Firestorm UnleashedThe walls were closing in on Liam Carter.By the time afternoon arrived, every major news outlet had latched onto the scandal surrounding Carter Enterprises. Reports flooded financial networks, online forums, and social media, dissecting the fraudulent dealings, the bribery, the offshore accounts—all of it.Claire scrolled through the endless stream of articles on her phone, her pulse racing with anticipation."Liam’s losing control," Adrian murmured beside her, his eyes fixed on his laptop screen. "His board is already holding an emergency meeting."Claire looked up at him. "Will they cut him loose?"Adrian smirked, a slow, dark expression that sent a shiver down her spine. "Not yet. But they’re scared. That’s all we need for now."Daniel, standing near the window, checked his phone. "Liam’s been making desperate calls all morning. He’s trying to keep the investors from pulling out."Claire set her phone down. "And Ava?"Daniel’s expression darkened. "Silent. Bu
